Travelling from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Toronto: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from LaGuardia Airport to Toronto.
New York (the location of LaGuardia Airport) and Toronto share the same timezone — UTC-4.
With 173 flights a week between the two airports, LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from LGA to YYZ is with Delta Air Lines at 21:55.
Leave enough time to make your LGA to Toronto flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct LaGuardia Airport to Toronto tickets are available for booking. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is where you'll step off the plane.
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from LaGuardia Airport to Toronto include:
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LGA to Toronto with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
LGA is about 13 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near LGA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Toronto or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
LaGuardia Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.0% of flights that depart LGA reach their destination without delay.
LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Toronto
The lowest price we've found for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Toronto flight is C$103. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$256. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from LGA to Toronto, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on LaGuardia Airport to Toronto tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from LaGuardia Airport to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Travel at your own speed with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience more of Toronto and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from LGA to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Following your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near YTZ. Settle in and get cozy after your LGA to Toronto flight at one of these well-located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and be off and running.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from YTZ one week in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Toronto has arrived. Central Toronto is about 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
The journey takes roughly 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by choosing a hotel near YKF after your LGA to Toronto flight. Recover from your travel day or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Whether you want a zippy compact for a solo trip or a roomy SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the right Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the types of wheels available from providers such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
If you prefer a specific kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Secure your ride from YKF a few weeks ahead of your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Toronto. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are typically higher and major attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Toronto in the low season for a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your LaGuardia Airport to Toronto flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LGA to Toronto in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Toronto, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are attractions you won't want to skip in Toronto.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without seeing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.